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Today’s Miami is an international city bustling with opportunity and cultural innovation. Experience the dynamic Cuban influence that has transformed the city of Miami from an unruly territory of pioneers into the modern-day “Capital of the Americas.” Explore Miami's most famous and historic neighborhoods to learn how Coral Gables, Coconut Grove and Little Havana grew out of an unknown wilderness where eccentric settlers lived lives of adventure and hardship. Enjoy a taste of Miami’s diversity and come to understand it as a reflection of early settlement along the Miami River.

Highlights

• Visit the serene and stunningly beautiful, Kampong Botanical Gardens.
• Sample Cuban cuisine, visit well-loved marketplaces, and take in lively street scenes as you learn the story of Miami’s Cuban community.
• Journey by boat around Biscayne Bay and with a local expert.

Activity Notes

Walking up to 1.5 miles on garden paths, grass, city streets and sidewalks; some standing.Coordinated by Road Scholar.

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The latest in light, portable, easy-to-use QUIETVOX listening devices are available on Road Scholar programs.* Whether you are outdoors, in a crowd or in a museum environment where speaking loudly is discouraged, a listening device makes it feel like our experts are speaking clearly and directly to you. Hear for yourself on a Road Scholar adventure!

*Please note that due to the nature of some programs, the remote location or government regulations, listening devices may not be available. If you’d like to know for sure if your program will offer listening devices, just call and ask an Advisor!